Pittsburgh
Morning News
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ricky Smith—owner of Boxflipz on Smithfield Street—gave away essential food and household items for free to help community members affected by the government shutdown and cuts to SNAP benefits; he placed large boxes along the sidewalk toward Fourth Street where dozens lined up for supplies. For the next two months, anyone in need can access these free essentials while the store continues its $1 items on Thursdays. WTAE
- ➤ A Whitehall man, AJ Owen, started a food pantry to help neighbors facing rising prices + uncertain SNAP benefits, and his videos on TikTok have drawn national attention with donations including one from Steelers rookie defensive end Yahya Black. An anonymous donor’s cash envelope spurred more contributions to quickly restock the pantry behind Caste Village Shopping Center on Lantern Hill Drive. KDKA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh restaurants updated their menus when summer lasted longer and farmers supplied tomatoes three weeks past the usual fall change—Bill Fuller of Big Burrito Restaurant Group said customers still liked the same flavors. Restaurants such as Kasbah, Eleven, and Alta Vias—part of the group—are moving ahead with marketing plans as the season shifts. WPXI
- ➤ Today, the new Giant Eagle Market District is opening at 6310 Penn Avenue in East Liberty with a 10 a.m. ribbon-cutting, live music by the Westinghouse High School Band, and a giveaway for the first 100 customers (including Market District items and exclusive offers). The store will feature an in-store Millie’s Ice Cream Scoop Shop with coffee options and will be open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., with additional appearances planned over the weekend by former Pirates and Steelers figures. KDKA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh singer Zack Keim released his second album Battery Lane in February and played over 100 shows around the country while touring Spain. He will perform his final hometown show on Nov. 15 at Club Cafe on the South Side — a co-headlining concert with Gardener and PosterChild opening — after the Penguins used his song Colors in a jersey reveal. The Tribune-Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 3, Pitt’s School of Law’s Center for Civil Rights and Racial Justice held a free speech panel at the Barco Law Building that drew about 100 students, faculty, and community members. Speakers including David Cole and local professors discussed how recent campus actions and national policies challenge free speech on campus — stressing the need to protect academic freedom. The Pitt News
- ➤ Parents in the Hampton Township School District said one officer was assigned to five school buildings—calling it a safety gap—and they urged officials to make improvements. WPXI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Record water levels from the 1985 Election Day Flood still stand along the Monongahela and Cheat rivers. The flood came after six days of heavy rain from the remnants of Hurricane Juan and set a 100-year record for many local gauges — a lasting reminder of the disaster. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny County officials have announced winter shelter plans to start Nov. 15 and run until April 30, offering over 600 beds for single adults with hot meals and support services — including medical care and counseling — through a network of community shelters. WPXI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pitt football won at Stanford for its fifth straight win and debuted at No. 24 on the College Football Playoff ranking released Tuesday—this win streak saw the Panthers lead the nation with 200 points. The team will face tough games next as they meet Notre Dame, Georgia Tech and Miami. WPXI
- ➤ Steelers coach Mike Tomlin announced that defensive back Jalen Ramsey will switch from cornerback to safety—he played every snap at safety against the Colts and will continue in the role to help cover injuries and availability issues. PennLive
- ➤ The Steelers kept a quiet trade deadline by signing Marquez Valdes-Scantling to the practice squad to join Aaron Rodgers as the team looks to spread passing opportunities. Rodgers said he will throw to whoever gets open as the team shares 17 touchdown passes among nine receivers — a plan that relies on a deep roster for upcoming games. WTAE
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Messer Chups Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $26.84+ — Experience the surf rock sounds of Messer Chups alongside local favorites The Yeggs.
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Fortunate Youth Live Concert
2-4:30 p.m. — Spirit — Fee-free, cash-only tickets available — Enjoy an energetic performance from Fortunate Youth with special guest Josh Heinrichs.
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Pinkshift Concert
7-9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $25.71 to $35.32 — Catch Pinkshift live with supporting acts LustSickPuppy and Combat for an energizing night of music.
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LØLØ: U TOUR ME ON
7-9:30 p.m. — Spirit — Fee-free cash-only tickets — Experience a night of music with LØLØ and Alex Porat live.
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The Arcadian Wild Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-blending sounds of The Arcadian Wild in an intimate setting.
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Jonas Brothers 20th Anniversary Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate two decades of hits with the Jonas Brothers as they light up the stage in Pittsburgh.
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Taylor Acorn Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $35.32 — Experience the melodic vibes of Taylor Acorn with a VIP package for an exclusive night.
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Taylor Tomlinson Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Last-minute theater tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Taylor Tomlinson.
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Fall-iday Market
11 AM – 2 PM — Inspired Closets Pittsburgh — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful shopping experience with local vendors and unique gifts.
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Work Wife with Wilby
6-7:30 p.m. — Club Cafe — Tickets available — Experience the folk-rock melodies of Work Wife at one of Pittsburgh's favorite venues.
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